“The advice to the general public is do not travel unless unavoidable.”

Sturgeon also began this lunchtime’s session of first minister’s questions with a statement on the extreme weather.

She urged the public to “please heed the weather and travel warnings that are made for your safety” and also asked employers to continue to be flexible with working arrangements and put the safety of staff first.

She went on: “I would also encourage everyone who can do so to check on elderly neighbours and keep an eye out for anyone who is vulnerable”.